Job summary Deputy Superintendent Pharmacist (Maternity Cover 12-15 months) PharmacyUHB Ltd, a subsidiary of University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB), provides pharmacy services to UHB patients across Outpatient, Discharge, and Homecare Delivery Pharmacies. We are seeking an innovative Deputy Superintendent Pharmacist for maternity cover (12-15 months) to lead our 50-strong team, primarily at QEHB and Homecare. Operating as a hybrid of community and hospital pharmacy, this role enhances patient experience at care interfaces. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure exceptional care for UHB patients. Requirements: Extensive experience as a qualified pharmacist Significant senior-level pharmacy management experience Proven leadership in team development and professional standards This fixed-term role offers an opportunity to contribute to a modern, highly regarded pharmacy service within a leading NHS Foundation Trust. Employed by PharmacyUHB Ltd, this is not an NHS position. Why Join Us? 25 days annual leave bank holidays Learning & development opportunities Generous sick pay (qualifying period) Nest Pension auto-enrolment NHS-exclusive retail, restaurant & leisure discounts Contract: Full-time (approx. 42 hours/week) Salary: 70k Closing Date: 28th Feb 2025 Interviews: TBC Main duties of the job Deputy Superintendent Pharmacist Key Responsibilities This leadership role ensures the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of pharmacy services at PharmacyUHB Ltd. Leadership & Management Lead and support a multidisciplinary team across multiple sites. Provide expert guidance, workforce planning, and professional development. Act as a key liaison with hospital teams to integrate pharmacy services. Regulatory & Governance Ensure full GPhC compliance and adherence to company policies. Maintain and develop SOPs, oversee governance, audits, and risk management. Lead on regulatory inspections and ensure ongoing compliance. Operational Excellence Oversee Outpatient, Discharge, and Homecare Pharmacy Services for efficiency. Enhance discharge processes for timely medication supply. Drive continuous improvement, automation, and digital integration. Patient-Centred Care Ensure pharmacy services align with safe, patient-focused medication management. Provide expert advice to patients and healthcare professionals. Uphold high standards of customer service and patient support. Strategic Development Support the Superintendent Pharmacist in shaping the company's vision and growth. Identify opportunities for service expansion and innovation. Collaborate with NHS and external partners to enhance services. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £70,000 to £70,000 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number Support Pharmacist- PharmacyUHB (Maternuty Cover) Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) in the UK. MPharm degree or equivalent qualification in pharmacy. Experience Essential Extensive post-registration experience as a qualified pharmacist. Significant experience in a senior pharmacy leadership role. Proven track record in managing pharmacy teams and leading service improvements. Strong knowledge of GPhC, MHRA, and Home Office regulations. Experience in clinical governance, risk management, and audit processes. Hospital and/or independent pharmacy experience with an understanding of discharge and outpatient services Additional Criteria Essential Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) in the UK. MPharm degree or equivalent qualification in pharmacy. Experience Essential Extensive post-registration experience as a qualified pharmacist. Significant experience in a senior pharmacy leadership role. Proven track record in managing pharmacy teams and leading service improvements. Strong knowledge of GPhC, MHRA, and Home Office regulations. Experience in clinical governance, risk management, and audit processes. Hospital and/or independent pharmacy experience with an understanding of discharge and outpatient services Additional Criteria Essential Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)